RobK Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 I've noticed recently that after eating my heartbeat goes quite irregular. It feels like it's really pounding and occasionally misses a beat. Should I be worried? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted June 8, 2007 Report Share Posted June 8, 2007 If that is the case, then you should go and have an ECG to have it checked out. It maybe something entirely different as it can be quite difficult to take your own pulse accurately. Many people live very ordinary lives with an irregular heart beats and have no ill effects. Others require medication, or even surgery (such as pacemakers) to keep them going. My advice : get it checked out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfgirl Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 Caffeine can make it irregular too, so if you drink a lot of coffee maybe cut down for a bit to see if that helps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamesB Posted June 10, 2007 Report Share Posted June 10, 2007 I can only echo Dave's advice. This is probably benign and self-limiting but you should get it checked out just to make sure. Even if it is something that needs treatment, treatment usually gives very good results Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobK Posted June 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted June 13, 2007 Thanks for the advice folks. [ QUOTE ] Caffeine can make it irregular too, so if you drink a lot of coffee maybe cut down for a bit to see if that helps? [/ QUOTE ] I drink about 4 cups a day but it's only vending machine stuff. Come to think of it though, it seems to have been worst when I have a can of diet coke with lunch. Maybe I'll try leaving it out and seeing if I still get the symptoms. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mort Posted June 14, 2007 Report Share Posted June 14, 2007 I have had that condition and it was associated with an ulcer/gastritis caused by Helicobacter Pylori. A bacteria that lives in the gut and is a cause of ulcers and gastritis. It is interesting someone mentioned coffee becuase that was the key to solving this problem. The condition is also aggravated by coffee because it aggravated the lining of the oesophagus (did I spell that right ?). It's quite distressing and was with me for several years. The treatment that worked for me was : 1. Get the doc to test for Helicobacter Pylori - he may ask for an endoscopy - but it is likely he will prescribe antibiotics. 2. Stop drinking coffee for at least several months - I stopped forever. 3. Avoid lager/beer until you get better. Avoid fizzy or acidic drinks (G&T for instance) 4. Avoid fatty foods, pastry, curries for a few months. Bland is best whilst your stomach recovers. PM me for further details if I can help... Good luck.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobK Posted November 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 I'm still getting this so I think I'll have to go see the doc. I haven't had any diet coke and hardly any beer for a few months either. BTW would I be able to get any tests etc on my private health cover? I've had it for about six years and never claimed so I want to get something out of them! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booster Posted November 29, 2007 Report Share Posted November 29, 2007 Get a referral from your GP (you would have to do that on the NHS anyway) and ring your private health care co. for an authorisation number and get booked in at your nearest BUPA(Spire)/Nuffield etc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hopsta Posted November 30, 2007 Report Share Posted November 30, 2007 Rob, If you need the name of a private cardiologist let me know Hope it all goes ok Rob. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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